A patio is an important component of a home
and its total ambiance. Not
only does it function as a great spot for entertaining, but a
patio can also inspire us to get out
a bit more and breathe in some fresh air. That’s
why it shouldn’t be a huge surprise that the
entranceway to the patio is just as important. Regardless if it’s a hinged or sliding patio
door,
it can offer a lot more than just being one more door in your home.

Whether you’ve just built a patio
for your home and are in
the market for a new sliding patio door or you are simply replacing an old one, there are a number of options
to pick from when you begin your
research. We thought it might be helpful to make the process
a little easier by breaking down a few of the basics
of the most common patio doors you will find out
there.

Sliding Patio Doors

One of the benefits of sliding patio
doors is that they don’t swing open, meaning you have added
space to work with when it comes to decorating and furniture placement. Sliding patio doors also allow for a great
deal of natural light, adding a warm glow to your home.

So what do you need to know about sliding patio doors to
help you determine if they are right for your home? Here
are six helpful tips to help you in your hunt:

Available in naturally beautiful wood, durable
fiberglass and low-maintenance vinyl.

Hinged and French wood patio doors are another great choice
offering craftsmanship that adds character and
beauty to any space in your home. With the choice between two
doors that swing open from the middle or two doors, one movable and one fixed,
you can meet the needs of your home to help provide you
with superior functionality and practicality.

Hinged and French patio doors feature a lot
of similarities to sliding patio doors, offering you amazing flexibility and customization to
meet your design and function needs.

A variety of grille choices
available attached directly to the glass, between the panes of glass or
removable.

Patios are a fantastic addition to
Calgary homes, and hinged and sliding patio doors are a
perfect way to show off this important
feature. If you want an up-close look at all of
the hinged and sliding patio doors available from Pella Windows and Doors, stop
by our Calgary showroom, give us a call at 403-681-6363 or set up an
appointment with us online through our online scheduler.